MEC 507: Mathematical Methods in Engineering Analysis I

An introduction to the use of mathematical analysis techniques for the solution of engineering analysis problems and the simulation of engineering systems. Both continuous and discrete methods are covered. Initial and boundary value problems for ordinary and partial differential equations are treated.

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 508: Mathematical Methods in Engineering Analysis II

A continuation of the material covered in MEC 507. Introduction to and application of numerical analysis techniques used in engineering such as finite elements and fast Fourier transforms. Determination of response characteristics of dynamic systems. Combinatoric methods and techniques for optimization of engineering design and systems/process analysis problems.

MEC 510: Object-Oriented Programming for Scientists and Engineers

Practical introduction to C++ and object-oriented programming for a first programming course for scientists and engineers. Covers basics of application software development such as problem decomposition, structure charts, object modeling, class diagrams, incremental code building, and testing at a beginner's level. Features the concepts of abstract data types (ADT), encapsulation, inheritance, composition, polymorphism, operator and function overloading besides studying UML (Unified Modeling Language) as a graphical representational design technique. The course follows the evolution of programming ideas from the use of a single function to the use of structural charts and functions to modularize and finally to the use of object-oriented programming.

MEC 512: Mechanics of Viscous Fluids

The role of viscosity in the dynamics of fluid flow. The Navier-Stokes equations, low Reynolds number behavior including lubrication theory, percolation through porous media, and flow due to moving bodies. High Reynolds number behavior including steady, unsteady, and detached boundary layers, jets, free shear layers, and wakes. Phenomenological theories of turbulent shear flows are introduced.

MEC 515: Emerging Energy Technologies

Basic physics, chemistry, and engineering of emerging energy technologies, including fuel cells, thermo-electrics, photovoltiacs, batteries, hydrogen generation and storage, power electronics, and "smart" grid. Lecture, group reports, and presentation skills will be practiced and evaluated.

Offered in

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 516: Energy Technologies Laboratory

Students work together with instructors to develop solutions to thermal-fluids problems related to heat pumps, photovoltaics, fuel cells, solar thermal, thermo-electric power/cooling, hydrogen productions, hydrogen storage, and wind energy. Lecture, laboratory, group reports, and presentation skills will be practiced and evaluated.

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 517: Energy Technologies Laboratory II

Experiments in the areas of thermoelectric power, fuel cells, photovoltaics, wind turbines, hydrogen storage, hydrogen generation, and power electronics in addition to related project work. The focus is on system efficiencies, system integration, and design for residential markets. Student groups are assigned laboratory projects to build experience applying various energy technologies to solve problems.

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Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 520: Energy Technology Thermodynamics

Following a review of engineering thermodynamics principles, the thermodynamics of power generation, heat pumps, electro-chemical systems, chemical reactions and combustion are explored in the context of sustainable energy development lecture, group reports, and presentation skills will be practiced and evaluated.

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Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 521: Thermodynamics

This course begins with a review of the fundamental concepts and laws of classical thermodynamics. Then the thermostatic theory of equilibrium states and phase transitions is treated, followed by the thermodynamic theory of processes of simple systems and composite systems, including heat engines. Special topics may include istatisical thermodynamics, irreversible thermodynamics, radiation and photovoltaic energy conversion,, biological thermodynamic processes, and other topics of current interest.

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 522: Building Energy Dynamics and Technology

Building is treated as a time-dependent energy system, with its interactive components coupled through energy and mass flows under an environment defined in terms of sunlight, ambient air and wind and with its equipment which assist in meeting building-dwellers comfort requirements. Major components discussed are thermal mass (both interior mass and envelope mass) and their thermal capacities, building envelopes and their heat transfer resistances, room air including its circulation and heat exchange with thermal mass, and the transparent part of the envelope the glazing or windows and the solar system passing through it during the day and the heat loss during the night time. Major equipment include lighting, air circulation system, cooling and heating equipment, solar thermal panels and solar PV panels, and other equipment including integrated electric and control units. Of the comfort requirements only temperature-and-humidity and illumination are studied with the objective of creating, through a system-understanding of the building, buildings that in the short run meet these requirements involving minimal use of energy and in the long run are benchmarked against the environmentally regenerative capabilities of wilderness.

MEC 525: Product Design Concept Development and Optimization

This graduate course will concentrate on the design concept development of the product development cycle, from the creative phase of solution development to preliminary concept evaluation and selection. The course will then cover methods for mathematical modeling, computer simulation and optimization. The concept development component of the course will also cover intellectual property and patent issues. The course will not concentrate on the development of any particular class of products, but the focus will be mainly on mechanical and electromechanical devices and systems. As part of the course, each participant will select an appropriate project to practice the application of the material covered in the course and prepare a final report.

MEC 526: Energy Technology Fundamentals

A practical introduction to insulation, heat pumps, lighting, solar panels, fuel cells, wind energy, transportation, and building energy codes. How they work, new products, and cost/benefit analysis are used to investigate how homeowners and small businesses can use the technologies to 'generate' income and improve their quality of life. This course is geared for non-MEC majors. MEC majors interested in these topics may take MEC 515 and MEC 520. MEC 523 cannot be used for MEC degree credit.

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Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 528: Introduction to Experimental Stress Analysis

The concepts of three-dimensional stress and strain, their transformation laws, and their mutual relationships are discussed in detail. Results from theory of elasticity as pertinent to experimental stress analysis are also presented. Experimental techniques studied include two-dimensional photoelasticity, resistance strain gauge, moire methods, holographic interferometry and speckle photography. The application of different techniques to the measurement of stress and strain in models as well as actual structures is demonstrated. Students form small groups and each group is assigned different laboratory projects to gain experience in various experimental stress analysis methods.

MEC 530: Applied Stress Analysis

Advanced mechanics of solids and structures. Elastic boundary value problems are analyzed with various solution techniques including finite element method. Major topics are stress and strain, FEM formulations, material behavious, 2D elastic problems, stress function and fracture. Detailed studies of structural components are carried out with FEM with emphasis on optimal mesh design and proper interpretations of computed results.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 532: Vibration and Control

Fundamentals of vibrations and control of vibrations of structures and dynamic systems. Topics include one dof systems and responses, multiple dof systems and responses, classical feedback control theory, modern state-space feedback control theory, application of control methodology in structure and systems under vibration and dynamics; introduction of optimal control theory; feedforward control; distributed transducers for active control of vibration.

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 535: Engineering Stress Analysis

Provides and overview of stress analysis for practicing engineers and scientists.

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 536: Mechanics of Solids

A unified introduction to the fundamental principles, equations, and notation used in finite deformation of solids, with emphasis on the physical aspects of the subject. Cartesian tensor representation of stress, principal values, finite strain, and deformation. Conservation of mass, momentum, and energy. Formulation of stress-strain relations in elasticity, and compatibility relations. The use of general orthogonal coordinate systems in the equations governing solids. Principles of virtual displacement and virtual work.

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 539: Introduction to Finite Element Methods

(formerly Finite Element Methods in Structural Analyses)

Theory of finite element methods and their application to structural analysis problems. Matrix operations, force and displacement methods. Derivation of matrices for bars, beams, shear panels, membranes, plates, and solids. Use of these elements to model actual structural problems. Weighted residual techniques and extension of the finite element method into other areas such as heat flow and fluid flow. Laboratory sessions introduce use of the computer in solving finite element problems. Programs for the solution of force and displacement method problems are configured. A computer project consisting of the solution and evaluation of a structural problem is required.

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 540: Mechanics of Engineering Structures

An introduction to variational principles of mechanics and the development of approximation methods for the solution of structural mechanics problems. Linear and nonlinear theories of beams and thin plates are developed along with their framework for numerical solutions. An introduction of the general theory of structural stability is presented along with its application to the buckling and initial postbuckling behavior of beams and plates.

MEC 543: Plasticity

Stress and deformation of solids: yield criteria and flow rules for plasticity deforming solids; the notion of a stable inelastic material; static and dynamic analysis of plastic bodies under mechanical and thermal loading; use of load bounding theorems and the calculation of collapse loads of structures; the theory of the slip-line field.

Prerequisite: MEC 541

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 550: Mechatronics

An introduction to the design, modeling, analysis and control of mechatronic systems (smart systems comprising mechanical, electrical, and software components). Fundamentals of the basic components needed for the design and control of mechatronic systems, including sensors, actuators, data acquisition systems, microprocessors, programmable logic controllers, and I/O systems, are covered. Hands-on experience in designing and building practical mechatronic systems are provided through integrated lab activities.

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 552: Mechanics of Composite Materials

The course is concerned with the analysis of layered composite materials subject to mechanical loads. Cartesian tensor calculus is used. Homogeneous anisotropic media are studied first. The effect of layering is then analyzed. Applications to plates and shell are studied and analytical methods of solution are given. Numerical analysis of composite solids is also considered using finite difference and finite element methods.

Prerequisite: MEC 536

Fall or Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 560: Advanced Control Systems

Analytical methods applied to the design of multivariable linear control systems. Introduction to linear system theory: linearization, solution of linear matrix differential equations, stability, controllability, observability, transformations to canonical forms. Formulation of control objectives. Deterministic state observer. Full-state feedback control based on pole assignment and linear quadratic optimization theory. Linear systems with stochastic inputs and measurement noise. The response of linear systems to random input; stochastic state estimator (Kalman filter); separation principle of stochastic control and estimation; system robustness.

MEC 568: Advanced Dynamics

Newtonian and Lagrangian mechanics of rigid bodies; kinematics, inertia tensor, principle of momentum, principle of virtual work, potential and kinetic energy, equations of motion, extraction of information from the equations of motion, and application to engineering problems.

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 570: Introduction to Engineering Tribology

Focus is on the fundamentals of tribology, the science of surfaces in relative motion, with an introduction to friction, lubrication, and wear. The basics of tribology science: engineering surfaces, contact mechanics, lubrication theory, wear processes and modeling, wear properties of materials, and tribology test methods will be covered. Analysis of tribological aspects of machine components and bearings. Industrial case studies will be presented to place the topics in context to industry and society.

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 571: Analysis and Design of Robotic Manipulators

Introduction to robot manipulators from the mechanical viewpoint, emphasizing fundamentals of various mechanisms and design considerations. Kinematics on 2D and 3D manipulators; statics and dynamics; motion planning; control fundamentals; algorithms development; computer-graphics simulation of manipulators; current applications.

MEC 575: Introduction to Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)

An introduction to the fundamental knowledge and experience in the design and manufacture of microsystems. Emphasis will be placed on the methodologies for design, fabrication, and packaging of microsystems. An overview on fabrication and manufacturing technologies for producing microsystems will also be covered. Interdisciplinary nature of MEMS will be emphasized via various engineering principles ranging from mechanical and electrical to materials and chemical engineering. Introduction of the working principles of micro actuators, sensors, and transducers.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 576: Microfluidics and Microscale Heat Transfer

Topics: flow/control of liquids/gases at small length scales; deviation from classical fluid behavior; boundary conditions/scaling laws at small scales; microscopic flow of heat at small length- and time-scales; application to MEMS devices, heat transfer in microelectronics devices, ultra-fast laser processing.

Prerequisite: B.S. in engineering or department approval

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 578: Reliability and Life Prediction of Electromechanical Systems

The modes of failure and the factors that play a role in the failure of mechanical components are presented. Failure modes and failure theories for brittle and ductile materials are introduced; special emphasis will be placed on the fatigue and fracture of materials. Distinctions will be drawn between the behavior of single crystal versus polycrystalline materials, and versus ductile and brittle materials. Reliability issues will be discussed regarding the design of series versus parallel systems.

Fall or Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 579: Optical Measurement

Introduction to optical measurement and its applications to the fields of solid mechanics, design and manufacturing, and thermal and fluid systems. Topics include fundamentals of optics, lasers, and detectors, dimensional and surface metrology, machine vision, measurement of temperature, concentration, and density, and optical techniques for stress analysis and nondestructive testing.

A student carries out a detailed design of an industrial project in OEMS engineering. A comprehensive technical report of the project and an oral presentation are required.

Fall, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 596: Projects in Mechanical Engineering

Conducted jointly by graduate students and one or more members of the faculty.

1-6 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated 1 times FOR credit.

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MEC 597: Graduate Research and Study in Manufacturing

Independent research or project in the area of manufacturing processes or systems.

1-6 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 599: Research

Fall, 1-12 credits, S/U grading

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 630: Special Topics in Fluid Mechanics

TThe subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 631: Special Topics in Heat Transfer

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 632: Special Topics in Statistical Mechanics

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 633: Special Topics in Thermodynamics

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 634: Advanced Topics in Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 635: Advanced Topics in Nonlinear Dynamic Systems

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 636: Advanced Topics in Mechanical Vibration

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 637: Special Topics in Precision Engineering

The subject matter of each special topics course varies from semester to semester, depending on the interests of students and staff. Advanced topics and specialized topics will be discussed, particularly those of current interest.

MEC 671: Optical Methods for Experimental Stress Analysis

Theory and applications of moire methods (in-plane, shadow, reflection, projection, and refraction moire techniques) for measuring static and dynamic deformation of 2D and 3D models, bending of plates and shells, and temperature distribution or refraction index change in fluids. Other topics: holographic interferometry, laser speckle interferometry, digital speckle photography, and current research activities of the field.

Fall or Spring, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

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MEC 691: Mechanical Engineering Seminar

This course is designed to expose students to cutting-edge research and development activities in mechanical engineering. Speakers are invited from both on and off campus. Fall and spring. 0 credits, S/U grading. May be repeated.

S/U grading

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 695: Mechanical Engineering Internship

Partipation in off-campus engineering practice in private corporations, public agencies, or non-profit institutions. Students will be required to have faculty coordinator as well as a contact in outside organization, to participate with them in regular consultations on the project, and to submit a final report to both. A maximum of 3 credits can be accepted toward the M.S. degree.

Fall, 1 credit, S/U grading

May be repeated 3 times FOR credit.

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MEC 696: Special Problems in Mechanical Engineering

Conducted jointly by graduate students and one or more members of the faculty.

1-6 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 697: Practicum in Teaching I

Every TA must register for the course

Fall, S/U grading

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 698: Practicum in Teaching II

Practicum in teaching under faculty supervision

1-3 credits, S/U grading

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 699: Dissertation Research on Campus

Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy (G5). Major portion of research must take place on SBU campus, at Cold Spring Harbor, or at the Brookhaven National Lab.

Fall, 1-9 credits, S/U grading

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 700: Dissertation Research off Campus - Domestic

Prerequisite: Must be advanced to candidacy (G5). Major portion of research will take place off-campus, but in the United States and/or U.S. provinces. Please note, Brookhaven National Labs and the Cold Spring Harbor Lab are considered on-campus.
All international students must enroll in one of the graduate student insurance plans and should be advised by an International Advisor.

Fall, 1-9 credits, S/U grading

May be repeated for credit.

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MEC 701: Dissertation Research off Campus - International

Prerequisite: Must be advanced to candidacy (G5). Major portion of research will take place outside of the United States and/or U.S. provinces.
Domestic students have the option of the health plan and may also enroll in MEDEX.
International students who are in their home country are not covered by mandatory health plan and must contact the Insurance Office for the insurance charge to be removed.
International students who are not in their home country are charged for the mandatory health insurance. If they are to be covered by another insurance plan they must file a waiver be second week of classes. The charge will only be removed if other plan is deemed comparable.

All international students must received clearance from an International Advisor.